A UNIT at a controversy-plagued hospital has been closed to new admissions after an outbreak of the winter vomiting bug Norovirus.
Wards one and two at the Acute Cardiac Unit at Stafford Hospital were shut yesterday.
Members of the public who have recently experienced nausea, vomiting or diarrhoea are being asked to stay away from wards at both Stafford and Cannock Chase Hospitals.
A hospital spokesman said: "There is no specific treatment for Norovirus. Drinking plenty of water will help to replace the fluids lost through diarrhoea and vomiting, and prevent dehydration. This is very important for young children and the elderly, who are particularly prone to dehydration.
"People who have had diarrhoea and sickness are advised to allow at least two days after their sickness before returning to work or going out in public."
Norovirus is a gastrointestinal infection which spreads from person to person and it can survive for several days in a contaminated area.
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